Augsburg vs. FC Heidenheim Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 25 January 2025 - bettingexpert

This Bundesliga clash between Augsburg and FC Heidenheim at the WWK Arena on 25 January 2025 holds significant importance for both teams. Augsburg, sitting 12th with 22 points, are the bookmakers’ favourite, and Jess Thorup’s side will look to leverage their recent improved form, including victories over Werder Bremen and Union Berlin.

Currently in 16th place with 14 points, Heidenheim needs results to escape the relegation zone. Frank Schmidt’s team has seen defensive issues, conceding an average of 2.1 goals per game. Their recent draw against Werder Bremen and home win against Union Berlin offer a glimmer of hope.

Key players such as Augsburg’s top scorer Alexis Claude (6 goals) and Heidenheim’s Marvin Pieringer (4 goals) are expected to play critical roles. Given the home advantage and stronger recent form, we recommend betting on an Augsburg victory with odds of 1.98.

Injuries heavily affect both teams, with Augsburg missing several key players including Reece Oxford and Mads Pedersen. Despite these challenges, Augsburg’s defence has been more resolute, keeping 2 clean sheets in their last 5 games.

Expect a competitive match that plays into the broader season narrative with high stakes for both sides.

Augsburg vs FC Heidenheim Prediction & Betting Tip

Augsburg vs FC Heidenheim Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Augsburg to win	1.89

• Augsburg has a home advantage, which significantly contributes to heightened confidence in their victory.
• The home team has a 68% win percentage, indicating strong recent form and bolstering the chances of a home win.
• FC Heidenheim’s defensive vulnerabilities, conceding an average of 2.1 goals per game, further tip the scales in Augsburg’s favor.

These factors, combined with higher bookmaker odds for an Augsburg win, make this a recommended betting tip for the match.

Augsburg vs FC Heidenheim Odds

Augsburg vs FC Heidenheim Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Augsburg	1.89
Draw	3.59
FC Heidenheim	3.97

The odds clearly favor Augsburg in this match, with a home win pegged at 1.89. A draw sits at 3.59, and an away win for FC Heidenheim is the least likely at 3.97. Considering Augsburg’s home advantage and recent form, these odds suggest a high confidence in a victory for the hosts. FC Heidenheim’s recent defensive struggles further bolster Augsburg’s positioning as the bookmakers’ favorite.

Augsburg Team Analysis

Augsburg Recent Performance

Home team	Away team	Result
Werder Bremen	Augsburg	0-2 (Win)
Union Berlin	Augsburg	0-2 (Win)
Augsburg	VfB Stuttgart	0-1 (Loss)
Hoffenheim	Augsburg	3-1 (Loss)
Holstein Kiel	Augsburg	5-1 (Loss)

Recent Form: WWLLL
Augsburg has had a mixed bag of results in their last five matches, winning two and losing three. Their recent victories against Werder Bremen and Union Berlin have been particularly encouraging, as they’ve managed to keep clean sheets in both games.

On average, they’ve scored 1.20 goals per game in their last five matches, displaying decent offensive capabilities. However, their defense has been shaky, having conceded a total of 10 goals during this period.

Jess Thorup’s side will be looking to build on their recent wins and continue their climb up the Bundesliga standings.

Augsburg Key Players

For Augsburg, Alexis Claude-Maurice stands out as their key player, leading the team with six goals this season. His offensive prowess will be crucial in breaking down Heidenheim’s defense. Keep an eye on Samuel Essende up front, who will be looking to complement Claude-Maurice in attack.

In the midfield, Elvis Rexhbecaj’s vision and passing accuracy will be essential for linking up play and creating goal-scoring opportunities. His battle against Heidenheim’s Marvin Pieringer in the center of the park could be a pivotal matchup.

Defensively, Augsburg will miss Cedric Zesiger due to suspension, but the experience of Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (although recovering from a broken hand) could come in handy.

Expected lineup for Augsburg:

• Goalkeeper: Finn Dahmen
• Defenders: Chrislain Matsima, Maximilian Bauer, Noahkai Banks
• Midfielders: Dimitrios Giannoulis, Frank Onyeka, Kristijan Jakic, Marius Wolf
• Forwards: Elvis Rexhbecaj, Alexis Claude-Maurice, Samuel Essende

Augsburg Suspensions & Injuries

Augsburg is facing several challenges with key absences due to injuries and suspensions that could affect their performance against FC Heidenheim.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Reece Oxford	COVID-19	Unknown
Mads Pedersen	Groin injury	A few days
Masaya Okugawa	Hamstring injury	About a week
Yusuf Kabadayi	Knee surgery	Late April 2025
Keven Schlotterbeck	Hip injury	About a week
Robert Gumny	Groin injury	Mid February 2025
Henri Koudossou	Hamstring injury	Mid February 2025
Jeffrey Gouweleeuw	Broken hand	A few days

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Cedric Zesiger	Yellow cards	1 match

Jess Thorup will be under pressure to juggle his squad amid these absences. The absence of Zesiger in defense alongside several injured players could impact the overall team performance. The team will have to rely on their depth and adaptability to secure a win.

Augsburg Tactics and Formation

Augsburg Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-4-2-1
• Key Forward: Samuel Essende
• Midfield Control: Right central midfielder Kristijan Jakic and left central midfielder Frank Onyeka
• Defensive Strength: Two clean sheets in the last five games
• Notable Strategy: Scoring most goals in the 31-45-minute interval

Jess Thorup will set up with a solid backbone in defense, anchoring midfielders, and a potent attack. Despite their recent defensive injuries, a disciplined shape will be key. Augsburg’s focus will be to dominate the midfield and create scoring opportunities for Samuel Essende while maintaining tight defensive control to protect their lead for crucial three points.

FC Heidenheim Team Analysis

FC Heidenheim Recent Performance

Home team	Away team	Result
FC Heidenheim	St. Pauli	0-2 (Loss)
Werder Bremen	FC Heidenheim	3-3 (Draw)
FC Heidenheim	Union Berlin	2-0 (Win)
Bochum	FC Heidenheim	2-0 (Loss)
FC Heidenheim	FC St. Gallen	1-1 (Draw)

Heidenheim have been struggling to find consistency, evidenced by their mixed bag of recent results: Loss, Draw, Win, Loss, and Draw (LDWLD).
Their defense has been a bit shaky, conceding an average of 2.1 goals per game this season. However, they have managed to keep one clean sheet in their last five games and scored an average of 1.2 goals.
Despite a challenging spell, Frank Schmidt’s side relished a spirited draw against Werder Bremen and a solid win over Union Berlin. Expect them to focus on their second-half scoring, as they’ve netted most of their goals between the 61st and 90th minutes.

FC Heidenheim Key Players

A look at FC Heidenheim’s squad highlights Marvin Pieringer as the team’s top scorer. With 4 goals this season, Pieringer is certainly someone Augsburg’s defense will need to keep an eye on.

Expected lineup for FC Heidenheim:

• Goalkeeper: Kevin Müller
• Defenders: Marnon Busch, Patrick Mainka, Benedikt Gimber, Frans Krätzig
• Midfielders: Luca Kerber, Norman Theuerkauf, Sirlord Conteh, Marvin Pieringer, Léo Scienza
• Forward: Budu Zivzivadze

Pieringer’s matchup against Augsburg’s defenders like Maximilian Bauer will be particularly crucial.

Additionally, Sirlord Conteh on the wing could pose a substantial threat to Augsburg’s backline, especially considering his pace and dribbling skills.

FC Heidenheim Suspensions & Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Julian Niehues	Cruciate ligament injury	Early February 2025
Mathias Honsak	Muscle injury	Early February 2025
Niklas Dorsch	Knee injury	Early March 2025
Jonas Föhrenbach	Hip injury	Mid February 2025
Omar Traoré	Illness	A few days
Jan Schöppner	Strain injury	Mid February 2025

FC Heidenheim currently doesn’t have any suspensions.

The significant injuries, especially to key players like Julian Niehues and Niklas Dorsch, could hinder FC Heidenheim’s performance and depth. This could impact their defensive solidity, particularly against an Augsburg side in good form. Therefore, coach Frank Schmidt will have to adapt his lineup and tactics in their absence.

FC Heidenheim Tactics and Formation

FC Heidenheim’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Budu Zivzivadze
• Midfield Playmaker: Marvin Pieringer
• Defensive Line:
  • Right back: Marnon Busch
  • Right centre-back: Patrick Mainka
  • Left centre-back: Benedikt Gimber
  • Left back: Frans Krätzig
• Midfield Protection:
  • Right defensive midfielder: Luca Kerber
  • Left defensive midfielder: Norman Theuerkauf
• Wide Attack Threats:
  • Right wing: Sirlord Conteh
  • Left wing: Leo Scienza

Heidenheim are likely to focus on maintaining a structured defence, leveraging their 4-2-3-1 formation to add protective layers in midfield. Pieringer’s positioning as the attacking midfielder will be critical in linking up with Zivzivadze, aiming to exploit scoring chances in the final third. Defensively, the team will seek resilience, although recent injuries may challenge their solidity against Augsburg’s offence.

Augsburg vs FC Heidenheim Head-to-Head Statistics

There doesn’t appear to be any previous match history between Augsburg and FC Heidenheim. This means we can’t analyse the last 5 meetings and provide a head-to-head comparison.
This upcoming match will serve as an exciting opportunity for these sides to establish new records against each other.
Expect Augsburg to leverage their home advantage, while FC Heidenheim will be eager to capitalise on any opportunities to secure critical points in their quest to move up the Bundesliga standings.

Odds accurate as of 23 January 2025, 14:31, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.